Iconic pop artist Janet Jackson takes State of the World Tour to Bethlehem on Nov. 11
From a press release: After postponing her tour last year, iconic singer, songwriter, producer, actor, dancer, and trendsetter Janet Jackson announced today that her State of the World Tour is coming to the Sands Bethlehem Event Center on Saturday, Nov. 11 at 8 p.m. Tickets, which are $95, $105, and $115, plus applicable fees, go […]
2017 Scranton StorySlam season announced, opening with ‘Taking the Fifth!’ on June 3
From a press release: The Scranton Fringe Festival will kick off the 2017 StorySlam season by celebrating the fifth anniversary of Scranton StorySlam next month. The Scranton Storyslam has been a popular recurring event in Northeastern Pennsylvania, starting with its first storytelling competition at the former Vintage Theater in downtown Scranton in March of 2012. […]
‘Dancing with the Stars: Live!’ brings ‘Hot Summer Nights’ to Giant Center in Hershey on June 24
From a press release: It was announced today that ABC’s reality dance competition series “Dancing with the Stars” is bringing its live Hot Summer Nights tour to the Giant Center in Hershey on Saturday, June 24 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets, which are $42.35, $52.35, and $72.35, plus fees, are on sale now at the Giant […]
Following new Netflix special, comedian Tracy Morgan performs at Sands Bethlehem Event Center on Nov. 3
From a press release: It was announced today that “Saturday Night Live” and “30 Rock” star Tracy Morgan will be performing stand-up comedy at the Sands Bethlehem Event Center on Friday, Nov. 3 at 8 p.m. Tickets, which are $39.50, $49.50, and $59.50, plus applicable fees, go on sale this Friday, May 5 at 10 […]
’80s hitmaker Eddie Money performs at Mt. Airy Casino Resort in Mt. Pocono on May 19
From a press release: Multi-platinum-selling singer/songwriter Eddie Money, known for hits like “Two Tickets to Paradise” and “Take Me Home Tonight,” will be playing in Gypsies Lounge at Mount Airy Casino Resort in Mount Pocono on Friday, May 19 at 8 p.m. Tickets, which are $55 and $65, plus fees, are on sale now and […]
SHELTER SUNDAY: Meet Pablo (Shar Pei/pit bull mix) and Juliette (longhair kitten)
Blue Chip Farm Animal Refuge teams up with NEPA Scene every week for Shelter Sunday, a post that features dogs, cats, and occasionally some surprises up for adoption in the hopes of finding them a loving home. Blue Chip Farm (974 Lockville Rd., Dallas) is a no-kill shelter, a place where no animal is too […]
Acclaimed alt-country artist Robbie Fulks plays at Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on July 14
From a press release: Grammy-nominated York, Pennsylvania native Robbie Fulks will play at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre as part of its “Live from the Chandelier Lobby” concert series, presented by City Market & Café, on Friday, July 14 at 8 p.m. Tickets, which are $15 in advance or $20 the day of the […]
Steamtown National Historic Site generated $7.4 million in economic benefits for Scranton area in 2016
From a press release: A new National Park Service report shows that 99,600 visitors to the Steamtown National Historic Site in 2016 spent $5,403,500 in communities near the park in downtown Scranton. That spending supported 86 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $7,432,400. “NPS Centennial initiatives, […]
Inaugural Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival takes over Mauch Chunk Opera House June 8-11
From a press release: Head organizer Todd Morris of Jim Thorpe has announced the birth of the first annual Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival, premiering Thursday, June 8 through Sunday, June 11 at the Mauch Chunk Opera House. The JTIFF channels the rebellious spirit of the Molly Maguires, welcoming the boldest, most defiant filmmakers to […]
Go ‘Crazy’ – chart-topping rockers Buckcherry play at Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe on July 7
From a press release: It was announced today that Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum-selling rock band Buckcherry, known for chart-topping hits like “Sorry” and “Crazy Bitch,” will perform at Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe on Friday, July 7 at 8 p.m. Tickets, which are $30 in advance or $35 the day of the show, go on sale this […]
